Definitions for star

Definitions for (noun) star

Main entry: star, star topology

Definition: the topology of a network whose components are connected to a hub


Main entry: star, asterisk

Definition: a star-shaped character * used in printing


Main entry: star

Definition: (astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior


Main entry: star

Definition: any celestial body visible (as a point of light) from the Earth at night


Main entry: ace, adept, superstar, champion, sensation, star, genius, whiz, whizz, virtuoso, wiz, wizard, maven, mavin, hotshot

Definition: someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field


Main entry: headliner, star

Definition: a performer who receives prominent billing


Main entry: principal, star, lead

Definition: an actor who plays a principal role


Main entry: star

Definition: a plane figure with 5 or more points; often used as an emblem


Definitions for (verb) star

Main entry: asterisk, star

Definition: mark with an asterisk

Usage: Linguists star unacceptable sentences


Main entry: star

Definition: be the star in a performance


Main entry: star

Definition: feature as the star

Usage: The movie stars Dustin Hoffman as an autistic man


Definitions for (adj) star

Main entry: leading, stellar, prima, star, starring

Definition: indicating the most important performer or role

Usage: the leading man; prima ballerina; prima donna; a star figure skater; the starring role; a stellar role; a stellar performance


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